Kia Picanto TA
A grown-up city car that redefined the budget segment with quality and a class-leading warranty.
- Power
- 68 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 13.9 s
- Top speed
- 95 mph
About the Kia Picanto TA
The second-generation Kia Picanto (TA) marked a significant shift for the brand, moving away from its budget-conscious roots toward a more sophisticated, European-influenced design under Peter Schreyer. The entry-level '1' trim offered essential motoring with a surprisingly high-quality interior for the A-segment, featuring plastics and switchgear that rivalled more expensive competitors. Its 1.0-litre three-cylinder Kappa engine is tuned for urban efficiency rather than outright speed, but the car's light kerb weight makes it agile in city traffic. For collectors and daily drivers alike, its primary appeal remains its mechanical simplicity and the legacy of Kia's industry-leading seven-year warranty.
Kia Picanto TA specs
The Kia Picanto TA produces 68 bhp (51 kW) and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 13.9 seconds and has a top speed of 95 mph (153 km/h).
| Make | Kia |
|---|---|
| Model | Picanto |
| Generation | TA |
| Trim | 1.0 1 |
| Years | 2011–2017 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | South Korea |
| Engine | 1.0-litre 3-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 998 cc (1.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 68 bhp (51 kW) at 6,200 rpm |
| Torque | 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 13.9 s |
| Top speed | 95 mph (153 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 920 kg (2,028 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 74 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Kia Picanto TA rarity in CarSpot
The Kia Picanto TA is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Kia Picanto TA fun facts
- The TA Picanto was the first to introduce a three-door body style specifically for the European market to appeal to younger buyers.
- Despite its tiny footprint, the TA generation was designed to feel like a larger car, featuring a longer wheelbase than its predecessor for improved stability.
- The 1.0-litre engine in this trim was so efficient at launch that it qualified for zero road tax in the UK due to sub-100g/km CO2 emissions.
